Our team has considered these values throughout the Bloem project. The analysis is based on general engineering ethics frameworks, such as those defined by the IEEE Code of Ethics, which emphasize safety, honesty, sustainability and responsibility towards society.

The analysis covers five essential areas:

• Professional responsibility in engineering
• Integrity in sales and marketing
• Environmental impact
• Legal liability
• Ethical design decisions

These principles act as guiding values for responsible engineering. By addressing these aspects, we ensure that our solution is not only functional and innovative, but also respectful of societal values, sustainable development and human wellbeing.

The team is committed to respecting core engineering ethics such as honesty, accuracy and prioritization of user safety. During the development of Bloem, all technical decisions are made with consideration of safety, comfort and reliability.

Engineers have a professional and moral responsibility to protect public health, safety and welfare. This is especially important for Bloem, as it is an enclosed space where users seek relaxation. Therefore, specific risks must be considered and minimized. These include:

• Insufficient ventilation leading to poor air quality or CO2 buildup
• Electrical failure of lighting or sound systems
• Excessive sound isolation reducing awareness of external emergencies
• User discomfort or panic in an enclosed environment

The team addresses these risks through design decisions such as ensuring proper airflow, using safe low-voltage systems and creating an intuitive and easy-to-exit structure.

Engineering ethics also requires transparency and accountability. Any claims about the benefits of Bloem, such as stress reduction, must be realistic and based on existing research.

The team applied these principles by:

• Designing a safe and accessible enclosed structure
• Selecting non-toxic and sustainable materials
• Ensuring proper ventilation and user comfort
• Creating an intuitive user experience without the need for instructions

This ensures that the final design is safe, responsible and aligned with professional engineering standards.

In Bloem’s marketing and communication, the team aims to provide clear, honest and transparent information about the product. The capsule is designed to support relaxation and short mental breaks, but it should not be presented as a medical solution or a guaranteed treatment for mental health issues.

Ethical marketing includes:

• Honest communication without exaggerated claims
• Transparency about limitations and realistic benefits
• Use of reliable and research-based information
• Respect for user privacy and informed decision-making

Marketing efforts should clearly explain what the product offers: a quiet, enclosed space that supports relaxation in busy environments.

In addition, inclusivity is important. Bloem is designed for a wide range of users, so communication should reflect accessibility and not target only a specific group. This approach helps build trust and ensures compliance with consumer protection standards.

Provide here the conclusions of this chapter and make the bridge to the next chapter.

Based on this ethical and deontological analysis, the team chose <specify here the design, technique(s) material(s), component(s)> for the following <specify here the relevant ethics-related reasons>.
Consequently, the team decided to design a solution with the following <specify here the features added for ethical reasons>.